Following the holidays, your house may look somewhat hung over, with piles of wrapping paper and fallen tinsel trailing under everyone’s feet. All of it seems like a hazy eggnog memory. You’ll probably be wondering how you’ll possibly get rid of all the trash. Well, maybe it doesn’t need to be trash. Below are five ideas for keeping the planet in mind while you clean up this holiday season.
5 Holiday Recycling Ideas
1. Wrapping Paper
Wrapping paper with glitter and foil is fun, but regrettably can’t be recycled efficiently. Don’t just toss it in with your day-to-day recycling. Consult with your sanitation department for seasonal recycling guidelines.
2. Christmas Trees
Many communities offer you a service that will compost or chip your holiday tree into mulch at no cost or a low fee. You’ll want to remove all tinsel, lights and wires before you take advantage of this opportunity.
3. Cardboard boxes
For those who don’t need them to store your new goodies, cardboard boxes normally can be recycled curbside.
4. Ribbon
Ribbon generally can’t be recycled, so put it aside! Curling ribbon may be “re-curled” for the next special occasion by zipping it along a scissor blade.
5. Electronics
You’ve unwrapped this year’s latest gizmo, so what should you do with last year’s model? Many computer companies, like Apple and Dell, will recycle your machines, and box stores which include Best Buy accept phones and a number of gadgets for recycling.
In the event your home still seems too cramped when you finally complete your holiday recycling, contact Nick, Cindy or Nicholas Davis and we can definitely help you out! We are always a just a click here away or call 813-300-7116